Core Human Performance R&D - Aerospace Medicine/Human Performance Focus (AF)
Abstract
This project area seeks to enhance, optimize & sustain performance of Air Force personnel through the evaluation and alleviation of health effects associated with carrying out assigned AF missions. This work addresses unique Air Force operational environments such as the mitigation of physiological and cognitive demand on personnel involved in both piloted and remote piloted aircraft operations. Understanding and measuring aviation performance and developing injury prevention strategies to optimize performance of AF personnel. Identification and mitigation of stress on personnel involved in Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance operations. The sub-project areas include: Air Force Aircrew Physiology and Cognition Performance which includes pilot performance monitoring, interventions and fatigue management. AF unique Physical, Psychological, Behavioral and Physiological Performance and Targeted Conditioning Mitigation which includes personalized performance and training techniques for optimal performance, Aviator Injury Prevention and Performance Optimization, Select training and simulation to optimize performance of AF operators and personnel. Optimization of Human Capital, Advancing Medical Readiness for Optimal Performance, and Identification of techniques, treatments, and technical solutions to mitigate Operational and Environmental Challenges to Performance.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2020
- Source ID
- 284D_0603115DHA_2_0130_PB_2020